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superhuman

/ˌsuːpərˈhjuːmən/
su · per · hu · man
Adverb:superhumanly
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Plural:superhumans
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• adjective

1

Having or showing exceptional ability, strength, or endurance that exceeds normal human capacity.

Example

"Rescuers made a superhuman effort to clear the rubble before nightfall."

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• noun

1

A being possessing powers, abilities, or physical qualities far beyond those of an ordinary person.

Example

"Science fiction stories often explore how society would react to the emergence of genetic superhumans."

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• Rhymes for superhuman

• Nearby Words

superhigh
superhighway
superhot
superhuman
superhumanly
superimportant
superimpose

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 16th century from the Latin prefix 'super-' (above, beyond) and 'human'. In philosophy, it is also used as a translation of Friedrich Nietzsche's German concept 'Übermensch'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Superhuman. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/superhuman
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